Understanding Careers Around the Globe

Stories and Sourcebook

Edited by Jon Briscoe, Professor of Management, College of Business, Northern Illinois University, US, Michael Dickmann, Professor of International Human Resource Management, School of Management, Cranfield University, UK, Douglas T. (Tim) Hall, Professor Emeritus, Boston University, US, Wolfgang Mayrhofer, Professor of Management and Organisational Behaviour, WU Vienna, Austria and Emma Parry, Professor of Human Resource Management, School of Management, Cranfield University, UK

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This fascinating book comprises case studies of careers from 24 countries across the globe, highlighting culture-specific career issues, and encouraging reflection on one’s own career. Interwoven with current theoretical and empirical insights from career studies, it emphasises the importance of our respective contextual settings.

‘This book is a 'must' for anyone wanting to understand contemporary careers in a global context - whoever you are and wherever you may be. Drawing on the expertise of a truly global team of experts, it invites us to engage with careers in twenty different countries interweaving individual, organisational, industry and national perspectives. Theoretically innovative, empirically rigorous and very well written it is a pleasure to read. Enjoy!’
– Julia Richardson, Curtin University, Australia